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4.9 /5.0
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Biography
My areas of expertise are in personal injury/accident law in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut. My focus areas are car accidents, truck accidents, bike accidents, slip and fall accidents and general negligence.
I have lived in the Rhode Island and Massachusetts area my entire life. I graduated from Brown University located in Providence, R.I. While at Brown, I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Public Policy and American Institutions. Upon graduation from Brown University I then received my Juris Doctorate degree from the Roger Williams University School of Law. Immediately after graduation and passing the Bar Examination in Rhode Island, I then opened my own legal practice and have been at it ever since. I am admitted to the Massachusetts and Florida Bars as well as the Federal District Court for Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
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Practice Areas
11
Practice Areas
Car Accident
40%
Personal Injury
11%
26 years
Animal and Dog Bites
10%
Medical Malpractice
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-33%
Awards
2019 2018 2017
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Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 24 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 24 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Licensed in Rhode Island for 25 years
State: Rhode Island
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
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Posted by Joe | December 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Dedicated and diligent
Rapala Law is spearheaded by David Tapalian, who is honest and dedicated to his clients. There is nothing he and his team didn't do, he was with me for the beginning at my hospital bed and through recovery and into the future. David Tapalian and his law firm are the only ones that I recommend to fami...
Posted by John | December 14, 2015
A lawyer Other Lawyers Consult
David is a lawyer that other lawyers turn to for expertise and advice. I have relied on David's counsel numerous times because his reputation as a hard-working, experienced advocate is firmly established in our community.
Posted by Kevin | December 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Great lawyer
David worked with me personally on my case from start to finish. At first the other insurance company was telling me the accident was my fault. By the time David was done with them, it was 100% the fault of the other driver. He was also always accessible. I was able to recover more money than I ...
Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Best Personal Injury Attorney
I highly recommend David Tapalian. I was badly burned by wax at a salon and he helped me get the compensation I deserved for my injury. He was available personally anytime I needed to discuss my case. He guided me every step of the way. David didn't settle on the amount the insurance company thought...
Posted by Eva | December 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Gratifying, Intellectual, Collaborative & Engaging Attorney
I had a great experience with Attorney Tapalian, what I liked, he communicate with you personally, he keeps in contact to let you know how your case is going, & if you don't hear from him, you could call him & he'll return your call ASP. Is very gratifying working with an attorney like him, I'll re...
David C. Tapalian's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse Attorney Tapalian, without hesitation. In my opinion, Attorney Tapalian is very knowledgeable in his areas of practice, is always fast to respond, and I find him to be extremely dedicated to his work and, most importantly, dedicated to his clients."
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"David and I went to law school together and have continued to work together in the RI legal community. David is always organized, diligent and has outstanding follow through on projects."
"David is an a well seasoned practitioner who advocates for his clients with professionalism and vigor. He also embraces the "counseling" side of the law, employing compassion and patience for each and every client that walks through his door."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
N/A
Pell Award, State of Rhode Island
Work Experience
2000 - Present
Owner, Tapalian Law
Associations
2016 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2016 - Present
Rhode Island Association for JusticeMember
2001 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2001 - Present
Florida BarAttorney Member
2000 - Present
Rhode Island Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Bicycle Accident
$500,000
Slip & Fall
$30,000
Slip & Fall
$75,000
Car Accident
$300,000
Education
2000
Roger Williams University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Brown University
Bachelor of Science (B.A.)
Speaking Engagements
2015
Gilmore Insurance
Insurance Car Accidents & Pip
Publications
2016
Informational Blogs
Tapinjury.com
Languages
English
Spanish
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers